Barnaby Joyce

Australian Politician, Deputy Prime Minister

Barnaby Joyce - Australian Politician, Deputy Prime Minister
Born

April 17th, 1967
58 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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Served as the 17th Deputy Prime Minister of Australia and held the position of Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources. Represented the New England electorate since 2005. Played a significant role in the National Party and was involved in various policy decisions impacting rural Australia. Undertook leadership responsibilities during periods of political change, including an earlier term as Deputy Prime Minister from 2016 to 2017.

Served as Deputy Prime Minister from 2016 to 2017

Led the National Party in Australia

Held the Minister for Agriculture position

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